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Stapelia:: Plant Profile and growing hints
       










Stapelia:

Plant Profile
(Apocynaceae )




Stapelia are originally from South Africa and with about 45 species in the genus they are of minterest to collectores and gardeners alike. Stapelia are a very low growing, spineless succulent sometimes known as 'carrion flowers' due to the smell of the flowers.

Stapelia grandiflora or 'Carrion flower' is an interesting species, with club-shaped, hairy stems to 20cm (8") tall. The star-shaped flowers are purple-brown marbled with yellow. The odour of these flowers is very offensive!

Other species include: Stapelia hirsuta, Stapelia asterias, Stapelia gettliffei, Stapelia gigantea, Stapelia leendertziae, Stapelia macowanii, Stapelia mutabilis

Growing conditions for Stapelia and Stapelia care.

Stapelia require a well drained soil and a sunny position, good ventilation is also important. Remember not to over water.



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